Hoosiers praise choice of Robert Mueller as special counsel for Russia investigation

Hoosiers praise choice of Robert Mueller as special counsel for Russia investigation

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Robert Mueller will oversee the Russia investigation. Here’s a look at his background. USA TODAY

Mueller is sworn in on Capitol Hill on June 13, 2013, prior to testifying before the House Judiciary Committee.(Photo: J. Scott Applewhite, AP)

WASHINGTON — Indiana’s John Pistole couldn’t be happier with the choice of his former boss — former FBI Director Robert Mueller — to be a special counsel overseeing the Russia investigation.
“Bob Mueller is an outstanding choice because he is apolitical and follows the rule of law, and follows the evidence wherever it leads, regardless of political outcomes,’’ said Pistole, who served as …